Progressive tilting of the optic nerve head showed a strong association with development and enlargement of parapapillary atrophy in children with a myopic shift, a study found. "These data ...

The hereditary optic neuropathies, which include dominant optic atrophy, Leber hereditary optic neuropathy and certain types of glaucoma, result in characteristic changes in the morphology of the ...

Glaucoma can cause damage to the optic nerve if left untreated, making frequent eye appointments vital for catching it quickly.

Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: APLS) today announced that five abstracts were accepted for oral presentation at the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) Annual Scientific Meeting to ...

The center of the optic nerve head (ONH) appeared to be bright and round, giving it a radiating appearance of the vascular ONH, which had a unique straightened course.

Dilated pupils in cats can be a sign of iris atrophy or a more serious underlying condition. Here’s how to know when to seek ...

The publication reported that the child likely suffered from optic atrophy, which, according to the Cleveland Clinic, is a condition that "happens because of long-term damage to optic nerve fibers ...

Pursuing an education or employment can be challenging for people living with vision loss from a condition such as optic atrophy, explains Dr. David Goldberg, Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania.

Steinhauer said atrophy of the optic nerve has usually been associated with older adults, but now she is seeing a higher prevalence in patients aged 15 to 45.

Researchers say they have uncovered a link between semaglutide — the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy — and the eye disorder non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy.